In a landmark push to safeguard India’s tiger population, the Supreme Court has barred tiger safaris inside the core areas of all tiger reserves across the country. Calling the core zones “inviolate spaces” meant purely for conservation, the court said that no tourism activity — including safaris — can be allowed in these ecologically critical […]
In a fresh effort to tap into India’s booming wellness travel market, the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department has invited entrepreneurs and investors to set up wellness centres and resorts across the state. The government believes the sector has the potential to become one of UP’s strongest tourism pillars, especially as travellers increasingly seek experiences centred […]
Japan’s tourism industry — once a shining pillar of its post-pandemic recovery — is now grappling with a sudden and unsettling blow. As diplomatic tensions deepen between Tokyo and Beijing over Taiwan, Japanese tourism-related stocks have plunged, reflecting widespread unease about how geopolitics could derail the country’s hard-won travel revival. The market reaction was swift. […]
Explurger’s Purani Dilli Food Walk brought creators, brands, and the community together for a vibrant cultural and culinary experience in Old Delhi. Read more
In a touching gesture to mark Children’s Day, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) is set to host a special heritage train ride for specially-abled children, giving them a rare chance to experience the magic of the world-famous toy train. The ride, planned for November 14, will run along a picturesque stretch of the narrow-gauge route—one […]
As travel surges back across the world, some of the planet’s most loved destinations are quietly introducing a new kind of price tag — not for luxury or convenience, but for sustainability. From Venice’s narrow canals to Bali’s sun-drenched beaches, tourist taxes are becoming the latest tool to protect fragile ecosystems and historic cities from […]
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh A fossil unearthed in the foothills of the Shivalik range has sparked excitement among palaeontologists after early observations suggested it could belong to a horned dinosaur similar to the Triceratops. The fossil, discovered along the banks of the Sahansara River in Saharanpur district, is a horn-shaped fragment measuring between 33 and 46 […]
New Delhi: After being shut for nearly two months, the National Zoological Park, popularly known as the Delhi Zoo, reopened its gates this weekend — and the city turned up in huge numbers to welcome it back. A Day of Excitement and Long Queues By mid-morning, the entrance to the zoo was packed. Families with […]
Port Blair (Andaman & Nicobar Islands) – In a remarkable step for adventure tourism, the Barren Island—India’s only confirmed active volcano—has been brought within reach of travelers via a new fortnightly cruise service. Undertaken by the Directorate of Shipping Services (DSS) under the Andaman & Nicobar Administration, the round‑voyage departs from Haddo Wharf in Port Blair on select […]
Discover how Jitin Bhatia is transforming the travel-tech landscape with his innovative vision and leadership, driving India’s emergence in the global digital travel revolution. Read more